Leadership agility in a VUCA world: a systematic review, conceptual insights, and research directions

This study explores leadership responsiveness within the VUCA framework through a systematic review of 116 Scopus-indexed research papers using the PRISMA technique. Unlike previous studies, this research incorporates bibliometric analysis and thematic synthesis to provide a structured understanding of leadership agility. Additionally, it examines the transition from VUCA to BANI, offering a more contemporary perspective. This study develops a conceptual model linking agile leadership with its contextual, organizational, and individual drivers. Findings indicate that digital transformation, globalization, and post-pandemic shifts significantly shape leadership agility. Mediating factors such as dynamic…